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Learn to Geocache
Learn to Geocache
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterHave you ever wanted to be a modern day treasure hunter? Try geocaching! Geocaching involves using a GPS coordinates to […]
Scenic Stroll
Scenic Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, […]
Early Spring Wildflower Hike and Migrating Birds Hike
Early Spring Wildflower Hike and Migrating Birds Hike
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCelebrate early spring ephemerals on this Wildflower Hike! Starting from the Welty Environmental Center, this hike begins in Big Hill […]
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Cranes of the World Opening Day
Cranes of the World Opening Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation's crane gates are open for the 2024 visitor season from May 1 to Oct. 31! Visit […]
Waksik Woosga Revitalization Class
Waksik Woosga Revitalization Class
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterIn collaboration with the Ho-Chunk Nation, ALNC is holding space for Waksik Woosga Revitalization classes (Traditional Feast Ceremony classes), to […]
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EAGLE NEST VIEWING PARTY
EAGLE NEST VIEWING PARTY
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyCome out and observe our eagle family from our viewing platform. Spotting scopes (for those who can’t reach the permanently […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
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Birding by Ear
Birding by Ear
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterLearn Techniques to Identify Birds WITHOUT Relying on Sight Just as unique as their coloration and shape, bird sounds […]
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
Organizer: Upham WoodsThis session is designed to introduce and teach participants about the fundamentals of archery. Participants will learn the basic rules, […]
Party for the Planet
Party for the Planet
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooJOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PARTY FOR THE PLANET! THIS EVENT IS A WAY FOR US TO CELEBRATE THIS AMAZING PLANET […]
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
Organizer: Upham WoodsThis session is designed to introduce and teach participants about the fundamentals of archery. Participants will learn the basic rules, […]
Class: Bluebirds and the Arboretum Trail
Class: Bluebirds and the Arboretum Trail
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the fascinating lives of bluebirds, their behavior, reasons for their decline, and restoration efforts. Instructor Sylvia Marek, Arboretum […]
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Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
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Birding By Boat: Cherokee Marsh South
Birding By Boat: Cherokee Marsh South
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin SoWBA and the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin for a slow paddle exploring the incredible diversity of Cherokee Marsh. […]
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Warbler Walk: Cherokee Marsh South
Warbler Walk: Cherokee Marsh South
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshWith over two dozen warblers moving in and through Madison this time of year, we always have fun tallying up […]
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Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh
Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh
Organizer: International Crane FoundationPlease meet at the parking lot for the Egret Trail Boardwalk on the Autoloop at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge. The […]
Restoring the Sacred in Leopold’s Borderlands: Scientists and Indigenous Spiritual Leaders Safeguarding Ceremonial Plants in the Southwest
Restoring the Sacred in Leopold’s Borderlands: Scientists and Indigenous Spiritual Leaders Safeguarding Ceremonial Plants in the Southwest
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationFor the first 15 years of his career, Aldo Leopold worked in the arid landscapes of the Southwest. This region […]
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Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
Badger Rock CommUNITY Dinner
Badger Rock CommUNITY Dinner
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our free monthly dinner. Come for a great meal while learning about the amazing things going on […]
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Dragonfly Monitoring Virtual Training
Dragonfly Monitoring Virtual Training
Organizer: UW ArboretumThe Arboretum relies on volunteers to help survey dragonfly diversity and habitat quality. Gain the knowledge and skills to participate […]
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCalling all High Schoolers! Come join Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) and explore Dane County Parks while contributing to conservation. […]
Troy Farm Plant Sale
Troy Farm Plant Sale
Organizer: RootedThe Troy Farm Plant Sale is the perfect place to stock up on plants for your home or community vegetable […]
Late Spring Woodland Wildflowers and Birds of Big Hill Park
Late Spring Woodland Wildflowers and Birds of Big Hill Park
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterHike to look for migrating Spring Warblers at Big Hill Park.
Spring Highlights
Spring Highlights
Organizer: UW ArboretumExplore the wonders of spring flowering woody plants in Longenecker Horticultural Gardens as curator David Stevens presents seasonal highlights from […]
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Nature Hike in the Wingra Oak Savanna
Nature Hike in the Wingra Oak Savanna
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
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The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
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Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCalling all High Schoolers! Come join Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) and explore Dane County Parks while contributing to conservation. […]
3 events,
The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
CONSERVANCY DAYS: BIRDING BY EAR WITH TIM HANSEL
CONSERVANCY DAYS: BIRDING BY EAR WITH TIM HANSEL
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyJoin us for an immersive birding experience as we explore the world of birding by ear. In this presentation, you’ll […]
The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
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Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
2 events,
SPRING MIGRATION WALK
SPRING MIGRATION WALK
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyTake a hike down the newly refurbished creek corridor with our naturalists as we look for colorful warblers and other […]
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Organizer: Friends of the ArboretumIn the large tents on the lawn near the Visitor Center, shop for more than 200 species of native grasses, […]
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Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
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Volunteer at Brat Fest
Volunteer at Brat Fest
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCalling all supporters of environmental education! We’re looking for members of the community to volunteer with us at this year’s Brat […]
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Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumJoin the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies. Help identify species and collect data […]
Volunteer at Brat Fest
Volunteer at Brat Fest
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCalling all supporters of environmental education! We’re looking for members of the community to volunteer with us at this year’s Brat […]
FRIENDS OF URBAN NATURE (FUN) – RECREATE: THE MAGIC OF FEATHERS
FRIENDS OF URBAN NATURE (FUN) – RECREATE: THE MAGIC OF FEATHERS
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThis is a free, welcoming, diverse, educational, fun and family friendly program. FUN events occur on the 4th Saturdays of […]
Full Moon Night Walk
Full Moon Night Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumLet your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk […]
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Volunteer at Brat Fest
Volunteer at Brat Fest
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCalling all supporters of environmental education! We’re looking for members of the community to volunteer with us at this year’s Brat […]
Scenic Stroll
Scenic Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, […]